GRE Word List
AMALGAM
a mixture of different elements
The meaning of the word amalgam is a mixture of different elements.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| revelry | noisy partying or merrymaking |
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |
| blue | of the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue |
| amplify | to expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis |
| catastrophe | a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin |
| topple | to fall from or as if from being top-heavy |
| braggart | a loud arrogant boaster |
| equipoise | a state of equilibrium |
| engage | to offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |